No-Bake Peanut Butter Bites (Print out)

Quick, wholesome peanut butter oat bites with chocolate and honey, perfect for a satisfying snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup

→ Mix-ins

04 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
05 - 1/4 cup ground flaxseed, optional
06 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, and honey. Mix until thoroughly blended.
02 - Add chocolate chips, ground flaxseed, and shredded coconut if using. Stir until evenly distributed throughout mixture.
03 - Cover bowl and refrigerate mixture for 20 to 30 minutes until firm enough to handle for rolling.
04 - Using hands or a small scoop, roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on parchment-lined tray.
05 - Refrigerate formed bites for an additional 10 minutes before serving if desired.
06 - Transfer to airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in under twenty minutes with zero baking involved, making them perfect for last-minute gatherings or when you're craving something sweet without the effort.
  • The texture hits that magical spot between chewy and slightly crumbly, and the peanut butter flavor is genuine and satisfying without tasting like a protein bar.
02 -
  • If your peanut butter is too dry or your kitchen is cold, the mixture might be hard to work with—a quick fifteen-second microwave session softens it just enough without melting anything.
  • These bites taste better after they've been chilled for at least thirty minutes total; rushing them means a less satisfying texture and flavor.
03 -
  • Cold hands make rolling easier, so keep a bowl of ice water nearby and dip your hands every few bites if things get too sticky.
  • If you're using natural peanut butter with separated oil, mix it back in before measuring—it changes how the bites come together.
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